Short Detail:
Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), Rourkela Steel Plant has announced Engagement of Apprentices 2026-27 for total 1110 posts. Candidates who want to apply for Apprentice (Trade/Diploma/Graduate) can submit their online application form from 17/07/2026 to 26/08/2026, if you meet all the required eligibility criteria. For complete details such as eligibility, age limit, selection process, stipend, and application steps, candidates must read the full notification carefully.
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Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), Rourkela Steel Plant
Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Advt No.: L&D/Adv./APP/158
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 17/07/2026
- Last Date To Apply: 26/08/2026
- Form Correction Date: N/A
- Walk-in Interview / Document Verification: 01/09/2026 to 26/09/2026 (trade/discipline-wise schedule)
Application Fees
- No Application Fee for Any Candidate.
Age Limit
Age As On Date: 31/08/2026
- Min Age: 18 Years
- Max Age: 28 Years
- Age relaxation extra is applicable as per the rules of “SAIL Apprentice Recruitment 2026”
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 1110
| Apprentice Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentices (ITI Passed) | 421 |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentices | 414 |
| Graduate Apprentices | 275 |
| Total | 1110 |
Eligibility Details
- Candidate must have passed the qualifying examination (ITI / Diploma / Degree) in the respective discipline as a regular candidate
- Only candidates who passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 are eligible
- Candidates whose result is not declared by the last date of application are not eligible
- Candidates who have already done, or are currently doing, an apprenticeship, or who have 1 year or more of job experience, cannot apply
Post & Category Wise Vacancy Distribution
Trade Apprentices (ITI Passed)
| Sl No | Trade / Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | AOCP | 10 |
| 2 | COPA | 56 |
| 3 | Diesel Mechanic | 10 |
| 4 | Electrician | 100 |
| 5 | Fitter | 100 |
| 6 | Tool & Die Maker | 10 |
| 7 | Electronics Mechanic | 15 |
| 8 | Instrument Mechanic | 10 |
| 9 | LACP | 10 |
| 10 | Machinist | 10 |
| 11 | Mechanic Motor Vehicle | 10 |
| 12 | Mechanic Refrigeration and AC | 10 |
| 13 | Turner | 15 |
| 14 | Welder | 15 |
| 15 | ICTSM | 10 |
| 16 | Central AC Plant Mechanic | 10 |
| 17 | Technician Mechatronics | 10 |
| 18 | Manufacturing Process Control & Automation | 10 |
| Total | 421 | |
Graduate and Technician (Diploma) Apprentices
| Sl No | Branch / Discipline | Diploma Vacancies | Degree Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19-20 | Ceramic Tech / Chemical | 15 (05+10) | 15 (05+10) |
| 21-22 | Civil / Computer Science | 55 (40+15) | 20 (10+10) |
| 23-24 | EEE / Electrical | 95 (05+90) | 25 (10+15) |
| 25-26 | Mechanical & Mechatronics / Metallurgy | 110 (90+20) | 40 (30+10) |
| 27-28 | Electronics & Telecomm. / IT | 45 (20+25) | 20 (10+10) |
| 29-31 | Automobile / ECE / E&I | 20 (10+10) | 30 (10+10+10) |
| 32-34 | Production / BA / B.Sc | Not Applicable | 65 (10+40+15) |
| 35-37 | B.Com / BCA / BBA | Not Applicable | 30 (10+10+10) |
| 38-40 | Nursing (B.Sc/GNM) / Physiotherapy | 44 (40+04) | 20 |
| 41-43 | DMLT / DRT / DXT | 20 (06+04+10) | Not Applicable |
| 44-46 | DOTT / DEO / D. Pharma | 20 (04+10+06) | Not Applicable |
| Total | 414 | 275 | |
Apprentice: Stipend Details
| Apprentice Category | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentices (General trades) | Rs. 10,560/- |
| COPA & Welder Trade Apprentices | Rs. 9,600/- |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentices | Rs. 10,900/- |
| Graduate Apprentices | Rs. 12,300/- |
Important Links
| SAIL Trade Apprentice Apply | Click Here |
| SAIL Graduate/ Diploma Apprentice | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Join Youtube Channel | Click Here |
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| Latest Update | Sarkari Result |
Apprentice Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
There is no written exam for this apprenticeship. Selection is done through a walk-in process based on academic merit.
Merit Weightage
- 30% weightage to marks scored in Class 10
- 70% weightage to marks scored in the qualifying Degree, Diploma, or ITI examination
Candidates are shortlisted using this merit formula against the number of seats available in each trade/discipline and category.
Walk-in Venue
Central Recreation Room, Trainees’ Hostel, Sector-5, Rourkela-769002, Dist: Sundargarh, Odisha.
